Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 6th, 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how HireBoost ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and desktop application. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website or use our application. They help us provide, protect, and improve our services.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website or use an application. They enable the website to remember your actions and preferences over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.
We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which function similarly to cookies.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- User authentication and session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Remembering your login status
- Maintaining your preferences
Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (remain until expiration or deletion)
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization:
- Remembering your language preferences
- Storing your theme settings (dark/light mode)
- Remembering your interview preferences
- Maintaining your dashboard layout
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
- Page views and navigation patterns
- Feature usage statistics
- Error tracking and performance monitoring
- User flow analysis
This information is used to improve our services and user experience.
3.4 Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how you use our services:
- Load times and responsiveness
- Feature performance metrics
- Transcription accuracy rates
- AI processing efficiency
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:
- Analytics Providers: To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Payment Processors: To process credit purchases securely
- Transcription Services: For real-time audio transcription
- AI Service Providers: For generating answer suggestions
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review their policies.
5. Local Storage and Session Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage and session storage to:
- Store authentication tokens securely
- Cache interview session data temporarily
- Store user preferences and settings
- Improve application performance
This data is stored locally on your device and can be cleared through your browser settings.
6. Desktop Application Tracking
Our desktop application may use similar tracking technologies:
- Application preferences and settings
- Feature usage analytics
- Error reporting and crash logs
- Performance monitoring
All tracking in the desktop app is designed to improve service quality and is subject to the same privacy protections as web cookies.
7. Managing Cookies
7.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Delete existing cookies
Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of our services.
7.2 Our Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences through your account settings. However, essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the service to function.
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. We continue to monitor developments and will update this policy if a standard is established.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: contact@hireboost.app